The Rennsport sim racing platform is continuing its evolution, with a suite of changes now available for Beta members.
The update, launching 8th August 2023, adds the previously unveiled Praga R1 mini-prototype racer first showcased at the inaugural ESL R1 sports finale in Munich, three months ago.
Perhaps most intriguingly, there’s a figure 8 circuit. Yes, you read that correctly. This is not Descrutciton Derby or Wreckfest, yet you can take GT3 on the 8ETA venue and seemingly crash into each other.
However, it makes a little more sense when you release that this update also adds the first version of a damage system labelled ‘Damage V1’. Perhaps the looping circuit exists to test out this system, it could also be indicative of the more ‘fun’ side of the platform, following on from the initial modded content previewed.
Also, look closely at the trailer above for memes on the big screens which mock Rennsport’s rollout so far – bravo. The track name, by the way, is in reference to an “Only 8 Beta Keys” meme, too.
The sound of the BMW M4 GT3 specifically has been tuned, alongside a more realistic sound when running over kerbs. Exterior animations of the wheels and tyres are said to also be refined – one challenge of using the Unreal Engine technology base is managing the level of blur in the area.
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